Confined Space Rescue Technician

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Course Schedule

August 30, 2027 @ 8:00 AM - September 1, 2027 @ 5:00 PM
(Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)

Location

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility
Concord, NH

Registration

OPEN NOW

Course Description

This 24-hour program combines classroom and several hours of hands-on skill development that allow the student to understand all the OSHA confined space regulations and the NFPA 1006 requirements to safely and effectively respond to and operate at an incident. The program covers incident priorities, roles and responsibilities of the responder, PPE, air-line management, and specialized equipment designed for confined space incidents. Students will learn the hazards specific to confined space rescue incidents, incident size-up, preparation, lock out/tag out procedures, de-energize and protect electricity considerations, as well as fluid, pneumatic, and hydraulic control procedures. Emphasis will be placed on responder safety, lowering and hauling rope systems, tripod use, rescuer line management, mechanical ventilation, air monitoring, removal of hazards, patient access, triage, stabilizing and patient packaging, as well as patient removal.

Prerequisites: Student Medical Release, ICS 100, ICS 200, Firefighter I PPE & SCBA Skill and Online Module

Designed for fire personnel who encounter confined space rescues as part of their responsibilities, Confined Space Rescue Technician is an intense 24-hour program featuring a combination of classroom and practical evolutions. This course will provide the knowledge and practical skills necessary to safely and legally mitigate a confined space emergency. This course meets the training objectives of NFPA 1006 and/or 1670, Chapter 7, to the Technician level. This course covers topics such as rescuer and team safety, pre-planning, supplied air breathing systems, atmospheric monitoring, communications systems, personal protective equipment, patient packaging and recovery, lock-out tag-out and rope systems for confined space access and egress.

Firefighter III certification available if you are certified in Firefighter II. Firefighter II is not a prerequisite.

Course Reference Number

CREF: 2327CS14251

Cost

This course is Free.

Maximum Class Size

24

Prerequisites

To ensure the safety and effectiveness of all participants, prerequisites must be met at the time of registration unless otherwise specified in the course description. These prerequisites are carefully chosen to match the skills, knowledge, and certifications necessary for successful participation in the course. If a valid certification is required (e.g., CPR certification), it must remain current throughout the course. Participants are responsible for renewing any mandatory certifications that may expire during the course period. Failure to meet the stated prerequisites may result in ineligibility to attend the course.

For questions or clarification about prerequisites or certifications, please contact the course coordinator prior to registering.

Registration

OPEN NOW

Registration for this course is currently open.

At the time of registration, all prerequisites must be met to ensure eligibility for the course. Additionally, every applicant must have an account in the state’s student information system to receive credit for class attendance. Please visit RespondNH.org to access your account.

Please allow 5-7 days for application processing before reaching out to the Division regarding your application status. Please note that courses listed as “Grant Funded” cover tuition only. Any courses eligible for overtime or backfill will be specifically noted to provide clarity on additional costs or requirements.

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To enroll in this course, download the General Admission Application by clicking the button below. Follow the instructions provided in the form, ensuring that all sections are completed accurately. Once finished, submit the form as directed within the application. For assistance, refer to the contact information provided in the form or reach out to the course coordinator.

Location

Richard M. Flynn Training Facility

Address:

98 Smokey Bear Blvd
Concord, NH United States